Neutral Grey 43 vs Uniform Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 11.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Uniform Grey is a little lighter, more saturated than Neutral Grey 43.

Can I use Uniform Grey instead of Neutral Grey 43?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Uniform Grey is a little lighter, more saturated than Neutral Grey 43.

Can I use Neutral Grey 43 instead of Uniform Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Neutral Grey 43 is a little darker, more muted.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.